1975 BMW Coupe vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW Coupe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW Coupe should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1975 BMW Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 BMW Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 BMW Coupe (251 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm). This means 1975 BMW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW Coupe | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | Coupe | Tracer |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 146 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |